Kenya: President Ruto condemns death of man in police custody
Kenyan President William Ruto has spoken out about the recent death of a man while in police custody. The incident has led to national outrage as the country prepares to remember last year’s major demonstrations demanding change. The man, aged 31, was taken into custody in western Kenya. He had made social media posts accusing […]
Kenyan President William Ruto Dismisses Cabinet Amid Protests
Kenyan President William Ruto has announced the immediate dismissal of all cabinet secretaries and the Attorney General, excluding the Prime Cabinet Secretary and the cabinet secretary for diaspora affairs. This decision follows protests that have persisted for two weeks, with demonstrators calling for Ruto’s resignation due to various grievances. Notably, the Office of the Vice […]
Kenyan Citizens Give President Ruto 48-Hour Ultimatum to Resign
There is growing anger in Kenya as citizens have issued a 48-hour ultimatum for President William Ruto to step down. They are calling for a new government that promises “transparency, accountability, and good governance.” The demand for Ruto’s resignation has gained significant traction. A popular statement on Twitter reads, “We no longer recognize William Ruto […]
Kenya’s President William Ruto Withdraws Finance Bill Amid Deadly Protests
Kenya’s President, William Ruto, has decided to withdraw a contentious finance bill after intense protests resulting in 22 deaths, including the storming and burning of parliament on June 25th. Mr. Ruto, in a televised address, acknowledged the overwhelming rejection of the Finance Bill 2024 by Kenyans. He stated, “Listening closely to the voice of the […]
Kenyan President Ruto Calls Protests “Treason”, Deploys Military to Quell Unrest
Kenya’s President William Ruto has called the ongoing protests in the country “treasonable” and has brought in the military to stop them. A controversial finance bill has led to nationwide protests, with young people leading the charge. On June 26, protesters broke into the parliament, tearing down flags, flipping chairs and tables, seizing the ceremonial […]